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Software comes in all shapes and sizes, no matter the phone. But with many apps serving the same purpose, you're bound to run into redundancy. Like the OnePlus Open, the OnePlus 12 has pre-installed apps from OnePlus and Google. OxygenOS, OnePlus' operating system, includes helpful apps and bloatware that aren't necessary for your phone. Just like the OnePlus Open, you can safely remove these apps without affecting your smartphone's performance. Our guide will walk you through deleting these apps while labeling the ones you can safely remove.

Every pre-installed app you can safely remove from your OnePlus 12

Amazon's Prime Day is the e-commerce giant's biggest shopping event of the year. This year, it will be held on July 16 and 17. Prime Day offers discounts on a range of categories, including tech, home appliances, clothing, garden products, and more -- with discounts on top Samsung products expected.

The 14 best early Prime Day Samsung deals

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Samsung just unveiled its 2024 foldables at the second big Unpacked press conference of the year, and they’re available for preorder starting now. I came to Paris fully aware of what the rumors have been saying about this year’s Fold and Flip phones. And they were largely on point. But I will say that you need to experience the phones in person, if you can, before dismissing them outright. Because, yes, that might be your first reaction, given that the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 look a lot like last year’s models.
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6: Just like the Fold 5, but with AI and a price hike

You might need Lockdown mode if you are concerned about theft or have confidential files on your Android phone. The feature removes biometric security, which can be fooled with high-quality images or replicas, and uses knowledge-based authentication (KBA) instead. No one can bypass your phone's security unless they know your personal identification number (PIN), password, or pattern. Learn why you should activate the mode for extra security on your device and how it works.

What is Lockdown mode, and why do you need it on Android?

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

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Alameda Post

California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

Still Need Your Landline?

Virginia State

In Virginia, Drinking in public or offering another person alcohol in a public space is prohibited. This is a class 4 Misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $250.00. Under a new law that goes into effect on July 1, this will change to a degree.WDBJ7 reports that the prohibition on drinking or offering an alcoholic beverage to someone else in public will no longer apply under the following conditions.

Drinking in public will no longer be prohibited on private Campgrounds in Virginia beginning July 1

New Jersey State

Morristown Minute

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

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Affluent people can splurge their money on the most luxurious possessions and lifestyles. However, most rich people are wise with money, refrain from making unnecessary purchases, and instead put their money to profitable use. Check out the list of 12 such things.

12 Things People Who Are Good With Money Will Never Spend On

Illinois State

Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

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After axing Android KitKat last year, Google will discontinue the Lollipop operating system this year.

Google officially suspends support for Android Lollipop after a decade

Microsoft will officially end its standard support program for Windows 10 on 14th October 2025. At which point you’re bang out of luck if you want or need to keep running Windows 10 while keeping it secure, right?. Actually, no. Security outfit 0patch (via Neowin) says it’s going to...

Ageing Windows 10 PCs will live on an extra five years thanks to third-party security patches

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Conflicts are inevitable in life as we have different opinions. Some zodiac signs are good at arguing while others strive to create harmony and avoid arguments. Yet, conflict resolution is a crucial skill at home and work. It helps people live peacefully and in unity.

5 Zodiac Signs Who Are Most Likely to Win Arguments

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CALIFORNIA – Starting July 1, landlords will only be allowed to collect one month’s rent for the security deposit on a rental property. Assembly Bill 12, signed into law last October, says regardless of whether the residential property is unfurnished or furnished, only one month’s rent can be charged in addition to any rent for the first month paid on or before initial occupancy.

Law limiting security deposits goes into effect July 1

A new SEC filing indicates that AT&T has suffered a data breach, and the carrier is pointing fingers at a third-party cloud platform. Hackers stole AT&T customers' call records, including those of MVNOs, but no personal information was breached. AT&T's breach impacts potentially millions. Customers should stay vigilant & protect...

Another data breach hits AT&T, this time leaking millions of call records

What makes a Zodiac Sign low maintenance? Independence can make someone low maintenance. Someone who is reliable, dependable, and punctual, can make someone low maintenance. Someone who tends to want to do things on their own can be low maintenance. Low-maintenance people tend to be those people who do on their own but are not necessarily alone. They rarely need or ask for help. They are self-motivated, often energetic, and can be considered leaders is many cases. Now me, some say I am low maintenance and others say I’m high maintenance. Maybe I’m both. Let's see what zodiac signs are considered low-maintenance.

5 Zodiac Signs That Are Low Maintenance

We've known for a while that is . While the company says it has been integrating that into various aspects of the voice assistant, it's also working on a more advanced version of Alexa that it plans to charge users to access. Amazon has reportedly dubbed the higher tier "Remarkable Alexa" (let's hope it doesn't stick with that name for the public rollout).

Amazon reportedly thinks people will pay up to $10 per month for next-gen Alexa

Samsung‘s new foldables, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6, run One UI 6.1.1 out of the box. Based on Android 14, the new One UI version brings camera improvements and new Galaxy AI features. As expected, the company will push those to eligible older foldables, tablets, and flagships. An official post on Samsung’s community forum in South Korea details all the new additions and specifies compatible older models for each new feature.

Samsung details One UI 6.1.1 features, compatibility with older models

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Skip the Flip 6 — buy a Z Flip 5 for just $640 right now instead

The Galaxy Z Flip 5 was the redesign Samsung's flip phone needed when it came out in 2023. Motorola had been leaps and bounds ahead with...

Skip the Flip 6 — buy a Z Flip 5 for just $640 right now instead

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